Proximity to freeways increases exposure to harmful air pollutants linked to serious health risks. Vehicular air pollution can spread over a mile from its source, with disproportionate impacts on vulnerable and historically marginalized communities.
We asked Drew Hill, Data Science & Applied Research Lead at Aethlabs to help us take a deep dive into black carbon air pollution, exploring the science behind this air pollutant, its origins, its impacts, and the urgency & importance of accurate black carbon measurement.
This certification marks a significant milestone, ensuring that Clarity's monitors meet the highest data quality standards and can be relied upon for indicative ambient air quality measurements. The MCERTS certification comes as no surprise given Clarity’s impressive collocation results around the world, but this independent qualitative and quantitative verification for our air quality measurements reinforces Clarity's commitment to providing the most accurate and reliable air quality monitoring solutions on the market.
This legislation allocates approximately $2 million in funds through IRA 60105 (c) Grant Program specifically for the deployment, integration, and operation of air quality sensors in communities identified as low-income or disadvantaged, highlighting a commitment to environmental justice and the mitigation of pollution's unequal health impacts.
Recently, the Greater London Authority and Imperial College London released the 2021–2022 Breathe London Network Air Quality Monitoring Report, highlighting key statistics on nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations and showcasing the impressive performance of these air quality sensors in comparison to reference monitors.
Discover how cutting-edge air quality monitoring technologies empower communities to tackle the silent threat of air pollution, paving the way for healthier, more resilient environments.
Modular air quality monitoring systems represent a significant advancement in environmental monitoring technology. By offering unmatched flexibility, customization, and scalability, these systems meet a wide spectrum of air quality measurement needs across different landscapes.
Low-cost air quality sensors are revolutionizing environmental monitoring, offering precision and accessibility. Dive into how these tools are paving the way for proactive, comprehensive air quality management.
Air pollutants affect everyone, everywhere. From bustling city streets to remote countryside areas, these unseen enemies — ranging from particulate matter to noxious gases — have a profound impact on our health, environment, and economies.
Imagine transforming our urban environments from smog-filled to health-promoting spaces. That’s where air quality advocacy and education step in, serving as the catalyst for this vital change.
Black carbon is clouding urban skies, impacting health and the environment. Discover its stealthy sources and the role of black carbon measurement in the push for cleaner air.
Technology can be used to move policy, by providing better datasets to mayors. Panelist David Lu, CEO of Clarity Movement, highlighted the power of data.
We now have smart homes and smart cars, so it’s no surprise that our cities are becoming smarter every day. One problem plaguing many big cities is air pollution, and one company is using technology to help remedy the problem.
TenX has invested in Clarity, a three-year-old company that makes air-pollution monitoring devices which provide hyper-localised and real-time air-quality readings in metropolitan areas.